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Good simple overview:
Consumer Reports: A Simple Guide For Contacting Your Local Lawmakers (And What To Say To Them)
It sounds so easy.
But then I think, and I get uncertain.
What happens if you call after working hours, when no one is present to take the call? Do you get prompted to leave a message, or to call back?
If I call and speak to someone, or if I leave a message, will my voice be clear enough for them to easily understand? What if I flub my words or message?
Would it be better for me to send an email (or paper mail) after all?
If there are multiple bills or topics you want to voice your opinion on, is it better to call (or mail or email) separately for each one to avoid confusion? Do they keep track of how many times each person contacts them, and do they give you less credence if you contact them multiple times?
I wonder if the lawmaker's aides who handle this stuff are honest enough to keep accurate records of what constituents ask them to support or oppose. Perhaps some simply ignore messages with viewpoints opposed to what the lawmaker or they themselves support.
.
I could just call up right now and at least get an answer to the first question.
But I need to verify who my representative is; this is state-government-level. I think I know who it is, but need to make sure.
Oh god maybe later I have to do something else now.
Consumer Reports: A Simple Guide For Contacting Your Local Lawmakers (And What To Say To Them)
It sounds so easy.
But then I think, and I get uncertain.
What happens if you call after working hours, when no one is present to take the call? Do you get prompted to leave a message, or to call back?
If I call and speak to someone, or if I leave a message, will my voice be clear enough for them to easily understand? What if I flub my words or message?
Would it be better for me to send an email (or paper mail) after all?
If there are multiple bills or topics you want to voice your opinion on, is it better to call (or mail or email) separately for each one to avoid confusion? Do they keep track of how many times each person contacts them, and do they give you less credence if you contact them multiple times?
I wonder if the lawmaker's aides who handle this stuff are honest enough to keep accurate records of what constituents ask them to support or oppose. Perhaps some simply ignore messages with viewpoints opposed to what the lawmaker or they themselves support.
.
I could just call up right now and at least get an answer to the first question.
But I need to verify who my representative is; this is state-government-level. I think I know who it is, but need to make sure.
Oh god maybe later I have to do something else now.
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Date: 2022-07-23 10:56 pm (UTC)From:no subject
Date: 2022-07-25 07:42 am (UTC)From:Then I called my state rep's number but it kept ringing and did not go to voicemail. I may try again during the daytime.